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In the shadow of Glastonbury Tor, on the Somerset Levels, our writer discovers a wetland wonderland for wildlifeA great white. Not a shark, but a snow-white egret, balancing on the bank while peering into the water for a fish or frog. Once it spies its victim, it draws back its long, curved neck, before darting forward at lightning speed, and spearing the prey with its custard-yellow, dagger-like bill.I’ve only walked 100 metres or so before I come across this tall, elegant bird, so close even I can get a decent photo. Fortunately, I have plenty of time to enjoy the varied and abundant wildlife of the Avalon Marshes, as this is a relatively short walk, less than 10 km out and back. Continue reading...